Private tour in Rome Abigail C

Express Morning Vatican Tour

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Abigail C.

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Buongiorno! Nice to meet you! I am Abigail, a proud Italian with an English mother and Italian father. I am an Art History expert and I would love to share with you my passion for the two Italian cities I love the most, Venice and Rome! I have studied the history of art and painting in Venice during high school and then graduated with honours in Management of Cultural Tourism. I have always loved art together with travelling and discovering all aspects of culture. During my university career I experienced one year abroad with a scholarship in Spain and also took part in a prestigious internship with the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, one of my favourite museums in town. Just after graduation I studied for my tour leader and tour guide licenses and then attended several art history courses in Rome and the UK. Since then I have been sharing the beauty of Venice and Rome with visitors from all over the world. I love meeting people and I hope I will manage to make your day memorable! :) Official Tour Guide License; Official Tour Leader License; Degree with Honours in Management of Cultural Tourism; Venice Peggy Guggenheim Collection Guide; Vatican Museums Authorised Tour Guide; Venice Port Authority License.

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Overview of your Rome tour

Step into the Vatican Museums before the big crowds arrive and experience their treasures in rare, reverent calm. In the soft light of early morning we will walk through galleries that span centuries—ancient sculptures, Renaissance masterpieces, and richly decorated halls. The journey culminates in the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s frescoes unfold from the Creation to the Last Judgment. This early access tour offers an intimate encounter with some of the world’s greatest art, transforming a must-see visit into a truly unforgettable experience.

Your Rome tour itinerary

- Meeting at the Vatican Museums Entrance - Access and stop in the Pinecone Courtyard (Cortile della Pigna) - Octagonal Courtyard – Including the Laocoön and Apollo Belvedere - Gallery of the Candelabra - Gallery of the Tapestries - Gallery of the Maps - Raphael Rooms - Sistine Chapel – Michelangelo’s ceiling and The Last Judgment **PLEASE HAVE KNEES AND SHOULDERS COVERED **PHOTOS AND VIDEOS ARE NOT ALLOWED INSIDE THE SISTINE CHAPEL FROM THE 12TH OF JANUARY 2026 TO MARCH 31ST THE LAST JUDGMENT IN THE SISTINE CHAPEL WILL NOT BE VISIBLE DUE TO RESTORATIONS.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

WALKING. Comfortable shoes are reccomended.

What's included
Private Guide
Tickets: Entrance tickets
Meeting location

Vatican City, 00120, Vatican City

I will be waiting for you in front of the entrance with a Tours By Locals sign.

Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
City Highlights
Religious Sites
Architecture
Tour reference number
1449881
Languages
Italian
English
Activity level
Moderate

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This private tour in Rome is perfect for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone looking to experience the Vatican Museums in a more intimate setting before the big crowds arrive. It's also ideal for travellers who want to connect with a local guide like Abigail C. for deeper insights into the art and history of the Vatican.

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Hours icon 2 hours 30 minutes
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